Why the soda myth refuses to die The idea of pouring cola on a battery terminal has been around for decades, helped along by ...

Other warning signs include any corrosion or white or grey deposits around the battery's terminal, which should be cleaned ...

Car batteries are extremely robust, but they do have a few weaknesses, including extreme weather. Here's why cold ...

Cold weather kills car batteries fast. If yours is 3+ years old, watch for these warning signs before you're stranded. Here's how to spot a failing battery ...

Sodas like Coca-Cola contain acids and sugars that can harm your battery while cleaning it. Instead, use a solution of baking ...

Want to extend your car battery's lifespan? Switch off accessories, avoid long stationary periods, and protect your battery ...

You try to turn on your car, and it just won’t start. Maybe the dashboard doesn’t even light up. A likely cause: The 12-volt battery is dead. All cars lose a little battery power when parked. If you ...

Note: an earlier version of this article last published in February 2025. A blast of arctic air is forecast to slam into the Midwest this week. Morning temperatures on Thursday, Dec. 4, could be below ...

"Active and derelict coal and gold mines in South Africa discharge close to 400 million liters of acid mine drainage per day, and this demonstrates the viability of using this wastewater stream as a ...

Only attach jumper cable clasps to the correct locations in the guide. Be cautious with your choice of grounding metal to attach a clasp to. Turning your keys in the ignition only to realize your car ...

We documented the toxic fallout of a green technology. By Peter S. Goodman, Will Fitzgibbon and Samuel Granados Visuals by Finbarr O’Reilly and Carmen Abd Ali Promotional videos from the Association ...